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  1. Chester Beatty Library

    Dublin City, Dublin

    European Museum of the Year 2002, Irish Museum of the Year 2000. Situated in the heart of the city centre, the Chester Beatty Library's exhibitions open a window on the artistic treasures of the great cultures and religions of the world. [Read more]

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  2. Sphere With Sphere

    Dublin City, Dublin

    'Sphere With Sphere' is the name of the spectacular bronze Globe situated outside the Main Library in Trinity College Dublin. [Read more]

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  3. People's Flower Gardens Phoenix Park

    Dublin City, Dublin

    The Victorian gardens are 22 acres in size and were re-opened in 1864 after originally being established in 1840. [Read more]

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  4. Christ Church Cathedral

    Dublin City, Dublin

    Christ Church Cathedral is Dublin's oldest building, a leading visitor attraction and a place of pilgrimage for almost 1,000 years. [Read more]

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  5. National Print Museum

    Dublin City, Dublin

    The National Print Museum in Dublin City collects, documents, preserves, exhibits, interprets and makes accessible the material evidence of printing craft and fosters associated skills of the craft in Ireland. [Read more]

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  6. GAA Museum

    Dublin City, Dublin

    A must for anyone interested in the history and development of Ireland's national games of hurling and gaelic football. [Read more]

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  7. William Dargan

    Dublin City, Dublin

    William Dargan, the Irish railway 'King', pioneered many of the Irish railways in Ireland. There are numerous dedications and monuments to him throughout Dublin. [Read more]

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  8. Original Print Gallery

    Dublin City, Dublin

    The Original Print Gallery, in Dublin's Temple Bar, showcases the best of Irish and International printmaking. Items on exhibition include contemporary handmade limited edition prints, etchings, lithographs, woodcuts and silk screens. [Read more]

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  9. The National Leprechaun Museum

    Dublin City, Dublin

    The National Leprechaun Museum takes visitors deep into Celtic culture to discover what really lies behind tales of leprechauns, rainbows and pots of gold. [Read more]

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  10. The Paul Kane Gallery

    Dublin City, Dublin

    The Paul Kane Gallery is a contemporary art space, which shows the work of artists such as Marc Reilly, Megan Eustace, Philippa Sutherland and Tom Hammick. The gallery is currently homeless, it will be opening in a new venue soon. [Read more]

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  11. Newman University Church – Our Lady Seat of Wisdom

    Dublin City, Dublin

    In 1856, John Henry Newman founded the University Church, which sits along St Stephen’s Green in Dublin City Centre. The catholic house of worship boasts a stunning interior with notable carvings, plaques and stained glass windows. [Read more]

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  12. Temple Bar Gallery and Studios

    Dublin City, Dublin

    Temple Bar Gallery + Studios is a not-for-profit arts organisation dedicated to the practice and promotion of contemporary visual art. It is grant-aided by the Arts Council of Ireland. [Read more]

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  13. Gallery Of Photography

    Dublin City, Dublin

    The Gallery of Photography is Ireland's premier venue for photography. Staging exhibitions, at its premises in Dublin's Meeting House Square, with many of the major names in contemporary photography. [Read more]

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  14. Number Eighty Two Merrion Square

    Dublin City, Dublin

    Eighty Two Merrion Square, is a property of significant architectural and historical interest in Ireland. It is a former home of the writer W.B. Yeats. [Read more]

  15. Whitefriar Street Church

    Dublin City, Dublin

    Found in Dublin City Centre, Whitefriar Street Church was founded in 1279 and since 1974 has been run by the Order of Carmelites. It is one of Dublin’s largest places of worship and is home to the relics of St Valentine, a gift from the Vatican. [Read more]

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  16. Waterways Visitor Centre

    Dublin City, Dublin

    After its modern renovation, the ‘Box on the Docks’ reopens its doors. Whether you want to learn about the heritage of Ireland's waterways or find out what to do on them, this is your one stop shop. [Read more]

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  17. The George Bernard Shaw Birthplace

    Dublin City, Dublin

    'Author of Many Plays' is the simple accolade to George Bernard Shaw on the plaque outside his birthplace and his Victorian home and early life mirrors this simplicity. [Read more]

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  18. Graphic Studio Gallery

    Dublin City, Dublin

    The Graphic Studio Gallery, in the heart of Dublin city in Temple Bar, showcases ten Irish and International fine art printmaking exhibitions annually. The Graphic Studio Gallery aims to promote fine-art printmaking in Ireland and abroad. [Read more]

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  19. St Mary's Pro Cathedral

    Dublin City, Dublin

    Although Dublin City has not possessed a catholic cathedral for nearly 200 years, St Mary’s has served as the 'mother-church' of the Dublin archdiocese. The church continues to hold services as well as occasional special events. [Read more]

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  20. Iveagh Gardens

    Dublin City, Dublin

    One of Dublin's finest gardens, the Iveagh Gardens are located in the city centre. They were designed in 1865 and combine the French formal and the English landscape styles. [Read more]

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  21. The Little Museum of Dublin

    Dublin City, Dublin

    Dublin’s newest museum tells the amazing story of the city in the 20th Century and we can't wait to share it with you. [Read more]

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  22. Irish Georgian Society

    Dublin City, Dublin

    The Irish Georgian Society promotes the value of Ireland's architectural heritage and decorative arts, circa 1660 to the present. We are an Irish-based membership organization, with an international support base in the US and UK. [Read more]

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  23. Oman Antique Galleries

    Dublin City, Dublin

    Housed in one of Dublin's finest Victorian commercial buildings, we are probably Ireland's largest stockist of quality Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian furniture. [Read more]

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  24. St Ann's Church

    Dublin City, Dublin

    St Ann’s Church was founded in Dublin City in 1707 and in 1868, a striking neo-Romanesque façade was added. The church has memorials dedicated to those lost in World War I and World War II. [Read more]

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  25. Number Twenty Nine

    Dublin City, Dublin

    Number Twenty Nine is Dublin's Georgian House Museum. Visitors take a guided tour from the basement to the attic, through rooms which have been furnished with original artefacts as they would have been in the years 1790 to 1820. [Read more]

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  26. National Museum of Ireland - Natural History

    Dublin City, Dublin

    The National Museum of Ireland-Natural History, on Merrion Street in Dublin City, has galleries of animals from Ireland and overseas, as well as geological exhibits from a total collection of about two million scientific specimens. [Read more]

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  27. Phoenix Park Visitor Centre and Ashtown Castle

    Dublin City, Dublin

    Dublin's Phoenix Park is one of the largest and most magnificent city parks in Europe. A lively and entertaining exhibition on the history and wildlife of the Phoenix Park is on display in the Visitor Centre. [Read more]

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  28. Jeremiah O Donovan Rossa

    Dublin City, Dublin

    Jeremiah O'Donovan Rossa was born in 1831. He was an active Fenian leader and died in 1915. He is buried in Glasnevin and a monument in St Stephen's Green, designed by S Murphy, is dedicated to him. [Read more]

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  29. National Photographic Archive

    Dublin City, Dublin

    The National Photographic Archive, in Dublin City, houses the photographic collection of the National Library of Ireland, of over 630,000 photographs. [Read more]

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  30. Dublin Castle

    Dublin City, Dublin

    Dublin Castle is the heart of historic Dublin. In fact the city gets its name from the Black Pool - 'Dubh Linn' ,which was on the site of the present Castle garden. [Read more]

  31. Doheny & Nesbitt

    Dublin City, Dublin

    Doheny & Nesbitt is located on one of Dublin's most famous streets - Baggot Street, it is one of Dublin's oldest pubs, and is surrounded by renowned landmarks - The Dail (House of Parliament), Grafton Street, Trinity College & Stephen's Green. [Read more]

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  32. Bridge Art Gallery

    Dublin City, Dublin

    The Bridge Gallery is located on Ormond Quay in the city centre of Dublin. Housed in a carefully restored building the street level gallery shop exhibits contemporary art and crafts. [Read more]

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  33. Casino Marino

    Dublin City, Dublin

    The casino is considered to be one of the finest 18th Century neo-classical buildings in Europe. [Read more]

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  34. Henry Grattan

    Dublin City, Dublin

    Henry Grattan, leader of the Independent Irish Parliament of 1783-1800, is commemorated by monuments to him in various parts of Dublin city including: College Green, Rotunda, City Hall and Cork Street. [Read more]

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  35. Freemasons Hall

    Dublin City, Dublin

    Freemasons Hall is in the heart of Dublin, near the National Library, the National Museum, Leinster House and the National Gallery. [Read more]

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